Books with author D Stewart

This extended edition now comprises of the revised, re-edited version of the novel 'Rise of the Witch' and the subsequent novelettes, a series of shorter stand alone stories, each developing an underlying theme in the story. Rise of the Witch (Book 1): --------------------------------------When Peggy Stuart learned that she shared her name with a notorious witch from the witch trials of the late 1600s, she felt the need to find out more information. Little did she know that her actions would lead to the resurrection of the witch, who has lain dormant for over 300 years waiting for the day she would be released to once again unleash her powers on an unsuspecting world.Finding that modern weapons are useless and unable to control the witch, drastic action is considered by the government to try to stop her. Peggy and her partner, Matt Taylor, a historian at the local university and an expert in mythology, must work together to try to discover the truth behind what really happened during the witch trials. Only then can they find a way to stop the witch and avoid the catastrophic event being planned by the authorities.Their investigation leads them to shocking discoveries about the past, and the present, which will forever change the world as we know it and thrust them into a new life where they must fight to preserve and protect.Rebirth Of The Witch (Book 2)-------------------------------------------Peggy was not a witch hunter, she was a witch, who hunted, accompanied by her partner, Matt, a historian and expert in myths and legends. Having discovered her family’s dark past and the unknown power of witchcraft that had been passed from generation to generation, Peggy learned to control and use her energy. Along with Matt, they have become specialists in tracking down and dealing with these creatures, when all other measures have failed.In their first official assignment, Matt and Peggy travel to Massachusetts. Something is attacking the residents of a small, rural community near Boston. The blood is being drained from the victims. The young hunters must find out what is behind the attacks, protect the local population and to bring the killings to an end.The Demon Blade (Book 3)---------------------------------------Following reports that a man is being pursued by a demon, The Knights have to face the possibility that in addition to the creatures already existing with the humans, monsters from other realms may be finding a way to enter our world. Matt and Peggy as they are assigned to find out the truth behind the reports and eliminate the threat before its too late. A Kindred Friendship (Book 4)-------------------------------------------After spending so much time working away, Peggy's friend, Laura, invites Matt and Peggy to go on a road trip with her and her boyfriend, Ben. But Laura does not know Peggy was a witch or the truth behind the work she and Matt do.When they are attacked by a supernatural being, Matt and Peggy must try to contain and deal with the situation without revealing the details of the secret organisation they work for, forcing what began as a holiday to become a voyage of discovery, where desperate situations reveal hidden truth.The Troll Bridge (Book 5)----------------------------------The unexplained collapse of a new bridge connecting remote communities in Norway attracts the attention of the Knights of the Arc, a secretive organisation which maintains the peace between the creatures and the humans.Matt and Peggy are assigned to investigate and are pushed to their limits battling the most powerful creature they have faced.

A fast holiday mystery novella for fans of Miami Jones!Special Agent Danielle Castle is neck deep in a case involving Russian gangsters gaming the South Florida slots when she learns about a stolen shipment of aid that was destined for the hurricane-ravaged Bahamas.To replace the aid a Miami church group must do the unthinkable and take funds from their Christmas toy fund for underprivileged kids. That doesn’t sit well with Danielle, but there’s no official case. The theft happened outside Florida jurisdiction. So she takes a leaf from the playbook of her fiancé, Miami Jones.Danielle takes to the streets of Miami and the high seas of the Caribbean to track down the stolen goods and make sure kids who deserve a chance get a Christmas to remember.

Mean girls suck. Mean girls with dark powers they use on the people you love suck most of all. And I've had enough. Dora's going down. Or more accurately, I guess I'm going down. Because Dora's involved in whatever evil is lurking beneath the city streets -- and it might be linked to the escalating disappearances happening all around us. But the fight ahead of me is bigger than me and a bully. It's about more than getting my boyfriend back or proving to my father that I'm right. This fight is about strength of character versus centuries-old evil, about testing yourself even when you know you're probably going to fail, and about standing up for what's right even in the face of certain death. And it's also about finally handling the girl who stole my Homecoming date. Because that really chapped my hide.Chosen for Song, Volume 2 is the next episode in the serialized reverse-harem paranormal story, Chosen Academy, featuring magic, demons, mythology and plenty of swoon-worthy heroes!

The feisty, fiery Kopp sisters are back in another unforgettable romp by international bestseller Amy Stewart. Deputy sheriff Constance Kopp is outraged to see young women brought into the Hackensack jail over dubious charges of waywardness, incorrigibility, and moral depravity. The strong-willed, patriotic Edna Heustis, who left home to work in a munitions factory, certainly doesn’t belong behind bars. And sixteen-year-old runaway Minnie Davis, with few prospects and fewer friends, shouldn’t be publicly shamed and packed off to a state-run reformatory. But such were the laws — and morals — of 1916. Constance uses her authority as deputy sheriff, and occasionally exceeds it, to investigate and defend these women when no one else will. But it's her sister Fleurette who puts Constance's beliefs to the test and forces her to reckon with her own ideas of how a young woman should and shouldn't behave. Against the backdrop of World War I, and drawn once again from the true story of the Kopp sisters, Miss Kopp’s Midnight Confessions is a spirited, page-turning story that will delight fans of historical fiction and lighthearted detective fiction alike.

A fun, action-packed whodonit with a superhero twist, perfect for fans of Sara Shepard or Marissa Meyer.For Carmen, family reunions were all about safe-cracking and adrenaline-fueled escapes from the city’s fanciest high-rises. That’s just par for the course when your biological mother’s a melodramatic supervillain and you’ve been raised by two of her most loyal employees. Since she was toddling around in stolen diapers, Carmen's life has been The Company. But after Carmen tries to prove herself in an unauthorized mission gone horribly wrong, she finds herself unexpectedly fired. After years of incapacitating grown men with nothing but a scrunchie, attending high school feels like a definite downgrade. That is, until another student drops dead.While everyone else freaks out about which supervillain is up to no good this time around, Carmen knows this could be her lucky break. If she can solve the mystery, her mother will have to reinstate her, especially if she is truly being framed like Carmen suspects. Unfortunately, now that she’s cut off from The Company’s resources, Carmen has to take help where she can get it, even if that means she has to play nice with the new detective’s son who seems determined to get close to her despite her many reservations (namely her poisoned family tree). Worse still, the city's most famous superhero has gone missing, and a mysterious vigilante named La Leona is convinced Carmen knows something about it.Despite these obstacles, Carmen forges ahead with her investigation, determined that her criminal career can't be over at the ripe old age of sixteen. But is she protecting her mother from being framed by a rival? Or playing right into her hands?

Enter the magical maze of mathematics and explore the surprising passageways of a fantastical world where logic and imagination converge. For mathematics is a maze—a maze in your head—a maze of ideas, a maze of logic. And that maze in your mind is a powerful tool for understanding an even bigger maze—the one of cause and effect that we call "the universe." That is its special kind of magic. Real magic. Strange magic. Infinitely fascinating magic. Acclaimed author Ian Stewart leads you swiftly and humorously through the junctions, byways, and secret passages of the magical maze to reveal its beauty, surprise, and power. Along the way, he reveals the infinite possibilities that arise from what he calls "the two-way trade between the natural world and the human mind." If you’ve always loved mathematics, you will find endless delights in the twists and turns of The Magical Maze. If you’ve always hated mathematics, a trip through this marvelous book will do much to change your mind.

In the words of author Dianne Stewart, 'African proverbs reflect both the past and the present, and are as relevant to contemporary society as they were to traditional society.' As with so much of African culture, proverbs have been passed on in the oral tradition so it's rare to find such a treasure trove as this; from across Africa, Dianne has compiled a fascinating collection. The text is given in the language of origin, an English translation and an explanation of the meaning. They are divided into subject groups such as human nature, family life, good fortune, time, animals and nature. Whether you're looking for that special African gift or would like to add to your own collection of reference books, Wisdom from Africa is an excellent choice.

In the year 1563, Mary, Queen of Scots, passed Scotland’s Witchcraft Act. The act not only made witchcraft illegal, but to consult with or defend a witch was also illegal. And so the witch hunts began.By the time the act was repealed in 1736, around 4000 ordinary people had been accused, tortured, convicted and executed. They were all innocent. Or were they? When Peggy Stuart learns she shares her name with a notorious witch from the witch trials of the late 1600s in Scotland, she feels a desire to find out more information. Little did she know that her actions would lead to the Resurrection of the witch, who has lain dormant for over 300 years, waiting for the day she was released to once again unleash her powers on an unsuspecting world.Finding that modern weapons are useless, and unable to control the witch, drastic action is considered by the government to try to stop her. Peggy and her partner, Matt Taylor, a historian at the local university and an expert in mythology must work together to try to discover her secret and how to stop her before the authorities carry out their devastating plan.Their investigation leads them to shocking discoveries about the past, and present, which will change the world as we know it and thrust them into a new life where they must fight to preserve and protect.Please note that in response to feedback, this title has been completely revised, extended and re-edited to now be more than double the length of the first edition. Now over 46,000 words.Book 1 of The Witch Hunter Series.Also Available: Book 2 - Rebirth of the WitchBook 3 - The Demon BladeBook 4 - A Kindred FriendshipBook 5 - The Troll Bridge